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Work Life Balance for Speech Pathologists: Mindful Time Management Tips for Therapists, Clinicians, & Private Practice Owners
A podcast about coaching strategies and time management tips for busy SLPs, PTs, OTs, therapists, and private practice owners who want to feel successful in their personal and professional life at the same time. Let's take back control of your time!
Work Life Balance for Speech Pathologists: Mindful Time Management Tips for Therapists, Clinicians, & Private Practice Owners
94. Stop Feeling Overwhelmed: Productivity Tips to Finally Close Open Tasks
Are you constantly thinking about unfinished tasks while you're trying to focus (or relax)? 🧠You're not alone! In this episode, we're diving deep into the sneaky productivity killer that's exhausting so many of us — open loops.
I’ll explain exactly what open loops are, how they quietly drain your mental energy, and most importantly, how to finally close them (without getting sucked into rabbit holes or perfectionism).
We'll tackle:
✨ The difference between open loops and healthy task management
✨ Why SLPs and busy moms are especially prone to open loops
✨ The balance between starting tasks in small pockets of time and keeping loops from piling up
✨ Real talk on perfectionism and people-pleasing (because they're sneaky loop-creators too!)
✨ Practical, doable strategies to finally close your loops — and keep them closed!
Whether you're an SLP juggling reports and session notes, a busy mom spinning too many plates, or just someone trying to reclaim your mental space, this episode will give you the tools you need to breathe easier and work smarter.
Links & Resources:
✨ Join the FREE SLP Support Group on Facebook — [link]
✨ Snag your spot for 1:1 productivity coaching — [link]
✨ Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or screenshot and tag me in the FB Group so I can cheer you on!
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
2:10 - What are open loops and why do they matter?
5:45 - The mental weight of unfinished tasks
10:00 - How to close loops without falling into rabbit holes
14:30 - Progress over perfection: Closing loops even if it’s not perfect
18:00 - The balance between quick task starting and intentional completion
22:00 - Practical takeaways and your loop-closing challenge!
Beofre You Go!
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